Rebirth of the Wife in Despair

Chapter 168 A Bank Card

Eileen was in her room, secretly sketching. She had to do it covertly as her father

disapproved. She locked the door to ensure her privacy.

After half an hour of drawing, a sudden knock on the door startled Eileen. She quickly put away her sketchbook and went to answer it.

Seeing the person outside, Eileen asked coldly, “What do you want?”

Eric told her, “Come down for dinner.”

Eileen replied. “Got it, I’ll change my clothes and come down.”

Just as she was about to close the door, something blocked it. Eileen saw a foot wedged in the door

gap. “What are you trying to do?” she asked.

“Won’t you invite me in?” he asked with a smirk.

“You’re crazy. It’s time for dinner. Why would you want to come in?”

Seeing his intense gaze. Eileen felt uneasy but reluctantly said, “Fine, do as you wish.”

Releasing her grip on the doorknob, she turned around and went to the wardrobe. Taking our her usual cashmere long skirt, she put it on along with leggings since the house was heated. It wouldn’t be too cold. She walked into the bathroom to change. She didn’t forget to tie her long hair into a bun with a ha

tie, letting a few strands fall around her ears.

Eric sat at his desk, tapping his leg rhythmically. There was a workbook on his lap, and he was flipping through it, page by page.

Seeing him so engrossed, she secretly rolled her eyes. She couldn’t understand what was so interesting about it, thinking he was just pretending.

Today, Eric wore a light-colored sweater, exuding a mature aura. His well-defined facial features were cold and stern, with a touch of masculinity. His eyes were like deep black holes. hiding countless secrets.

People like him were skilled at concealing their hypocrisy and desires.

In the capital circle, Eileen had attended gatherings before and met handsome men, including professional models and somewhat famous actors.

Compared to them, Eric was not outstanding, but he had a unique temperament.

one locked

could tell that he had experienced

emitted a fierce aura that surpassed many others. In his presence, people unconsciously

send shivers down one’s spine.

being such a person, he remained calm

though many women knew Eric was not a good man and was extremely dangerous, they were still eager to be with

was one

who had been with Eric in her past life found it difficult to break free once entangled with him.

into trouble, Eileen rarely saw many women around him, except for Lilian, whom she had encountered

understanding, Lilian should be his first woman.

was already dead. He must know about it.

that his

disturb his

hand. He wondered what she was daydreaming about. Suddenly, Eileen’s fingers loosened, and the earrings fell to her feet. As she bent down

she said as she reached for the earrings, but instead of giving them to her, Eric helped

in place, not daring to move.

engrossed.” Eric stood beside her, his tall figure shielding her from the glaring

“It’s nothing.”

“The other one…”

up. “No need, I can do it myself. I’ll

as she quickly appeared at the door. “Eric,

eat!”

never been to Eileen’s room before and curiously looked around. The room was spacious and luxurious.

guys go ahead. I’m almost ready. I just

flat Blake cashmere shoes. They were warm and could also be worn as

had already sat on the couch in the hall. Several monetary gift envelopes were placed

family tradition, on the first day of the New

facing Eric, but he was strict

As for Vera…

adopted by Will but was still part of the family. Therefore, she wasn’t obligated to follow the Swan

health and happiness in the

over a thick envelope.

with both hands. The weight inside indicated there was at least ten thousand. “Thank you, Father.” Eileen showed

Will’s monetary gift, Eric took out another envelope from his suit pocket. “This is

has already given me money. Eric, it’s not easy for

given Vera

glanced at

said, “Accept it. Eric is pretty

but Eric didn’t release his grip on it. “What about your

slightly. “May you live a long life and